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Grip Strength & Type 2 Diabetes
Grip Strength and Type 2 Diabetes: A Surprising Connection
What is Type 2 Diabetes?
Type 2 diabetes is a condition that affects how your body uses sugar (glucose) for energy.Â
It occurs when your body either doesn't produce enough insulin or doesn't use insulin properly. Insulin is a hormone that acts like a key, allowing sugar to enter your cells to be used for energy. In type 2 diabetes, this process is disrupted, leading to high blood sugar levels, which can cause various health problems over time.
You know how we need energy to do all the things we love, like playing with our grandkids, going for walks, or even just doing chores around the house? Well, that energy comes from the food we eat, especially sugars.
You know how we need energy to do all the things we love, like playing with our grandkids, going for walks, or even just doing chores around the house? Well, that energy comes from the food we eat, especially sugars.
Further Information
Our bodies have a clever way of using those sugars with the help of something called insulin.
Think of insulin as a key that unlocks the doors to our cells, letting the sugar in to give us energy.Now, sometimes those "locks" can get a bit rusty, and the key (insulin) doesn't work as well.
This can lead to a condition called type 2 diabetes, where sugar builds up in our blood instead of giving us energy.Â
This can lead to a condition called type 2 diabetes, where sugar builds up in our blood instead of giving us energy.Â
How Many People Are Affected?
Globally:
Over 537 million adults worldwide are living with diabetes, with the vast majority being type 2.
United States:
37.3 million people in the US have diabetes, and 90-95% of cases in adults are type 2.
United Kingdom:
Over 4.9 million people in the UK are living with diabetes, with around 90% having type 2.
Europe:
An estimated 60 million people in Europe have diabetes.
Why Grip Strength Matters for Type 2 Diabetes
Muscles:
Your muscles are essential for regulating blood sugar. They act like sponges, soaking up sugar from your bloodstream with the help of insulin.
Stronger muscles are more efficient at using this sugar, which helps keep your blood sugar levels in a healthy range and reduces your risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Stronger muscles are more efficient at using this sugar, which helps keep your blood sugar levels in a healthy range and reduces your risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Grip Strength as an Indicator:
Grip strength is a good measure of overall muscle strength. A strong grip often means you have strong muscles throughout your body, including those that are important for blood sugar control.
Early Warning System:
Weaker grip strength can be an early warning sign that your muscles aren't as effective at using sugar, potentially increasing your risk of type 2 diabetes. This allows you to take action and make lifestyle changes to improve your muscle health and reduce your risk.
Boosting Muscle Function:
By improving your grip strength through the MightyMitts Health Kit, you can enhance your muscles' ability to use sugar effectively, contributing to better blood sugar control and reducing your risk of type 2 diabetes.
Maintaining a Healthy Weight:
Studies have shown that people with stronger grip strength tend to have a healthier body weight. Maintaining a healthy weight is one of the most important factors in preventing type 2 diabetes.
Reducing Inflammation:
Some research suggests that stronger grip strength may be linked to lower levels of inflammation in the body. Chronic inflammation can contribute to the development of type 2 diabetes, so reducing inflammation may help protect against it.
How MightyMitts Can Help Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
The Mighty Mitts Health Kit is designed to help you improve your grip and overall strength, which can contribute to the prevention and management of type 2 diabetes.
Here's how:
Here's how:
Measure and Track:
The digital dynamometer allows you to accurately measure your grip strength and track your progress over time.
Targeted Exercise:
The 12-week exercise program, developed by licensed physiotherapists, guides you through exercises that improve grip, strength, balance, and mobility. This program includes strength training exercises that can help build and maintain muscle mass, crucial for regulating blood sugar.
Nutritional Support:
The nutrition guide, created by a professional nutritionist, provides evidence-based guidance on healthy eating habits to support your goals and manage your blood sugar levels.
Healthy Recipes:
The recipe book offers a variety of delicious and nutritious meals that can help you maintain a healthy weight and manage your blood sugar levels.
The MightyMitts Health Kit includes:
Dynamometer:
Accurately measure your grip strength.
Handgrip Strengtheners:
Build strength in your hands and forearms.
Resistance Bands:
Versatile bands for a full-body workout, improving strength and flexibility.
Yoga Mat:
A comfortable and supportive mat for various exercises, from stretching to strength training.
Stainless Steel Water Bottle:
Stay hydrated throughout the day with this durable and eco-friendly bottle.
12-Week Exercise Program:
Developed by licensed physiotherapists.
Nutrition Guide:
Provides guidance on a balanced diet.
Recipe Book:
Delicious and nutritious recipes.
Benefits of the MightyMitts Health Kit:
Increased Strength and Balance:
Improve your grip strength, overall muscle mass, and balance to reduce your risk of falls and injuries.
Enhanced Mobility:
Maintain your independence and ability to perform daily tasks with ease.
Reduced Risk of Chronic Diseases:
Lower your risk of age-related health issues, including type 2 diabetes.
Improved Quality of Life:
Enjoy greater energy, vitality, and confidence in your physical abilities.
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American Diabetes Association. (n.d.). What is Insulin. [Website]. Retrieved from https://www.diabetes.org/
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
International Diabetes Federation, 2021
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2022
Diabetes UK, 2021
International Diabetes Federation, 2021
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Celis-Morales, C. A., Welsh, P., Lyall, D. M., et al. (2018). Association of grip strength with the incidence of cardiovascular disease and mortality: a prospective cohort study. Heart, 104(2), 128–133.
DeFronzo, R. A., Ferrannini, E., Simonson, D. C., & Felig, P. (1989). Glucose kinetics in patients with type 2 (non-insulin-dependent) diabetes mellitus: effects of insulin resistance and impaired insulin secretion. Diabetic Medicine: A Journal of the British Diabetic Association, 6(1), 1–11.
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
International Diabetes Federation, 2021
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2022
Diabetes UK, 2021
International Diabetes Federation, 2021
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2022). National Diabetes Statistics Report. [Website]. Retrieved from [invalid URL removed]
Celis-Morales, C. A., Welsh, P., Lyall, D. M., et al. (2018). Association of grip strength with the incidence of cardiovascular disease and mortality: a prospective cohort study. Heart, 104(2), 128–133.
DeFronzo, R. A., Ferrannini, E., Simonson, D. C., & Felig, P. (1989). Glucose kinetics in patients with type 2 (non-insulin-dependent) diabetes mellitus: effects of insulin resistance and impaired insulin secretion. Diabetic Medicine: A Journal of the British Diabetic Association, 6(1), 1–11.
Diabetes UK. (2021). Diabetes Prevalence. [Website]. Retrieved from https://www.diabetes.org.uk/
International Diabetes Federation. (2021). IDF Diabetes Atlas, 10th edition. [Website]. Retrieved from https://diabetesatlas.org/
Kalyani, R. R., Corriere, M., & Ferrucci, L. (2014). Age-related and disease-related muscle loss: the effect of diabetes, obesity, and other diseases. The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology,1 2(10), 819–829.
Maini, A., Patel, D., Saini, J., et al. (2018). Grip Strength and Incident Type 2 Diabetes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Prospective Cohort Studies. The Journals of Gerontology: Series A, 73(11), 1485–1491.
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. (n.d.). What is Diabetes?. [Website]. Retrieved from https://www.niddk.nih.gov/
Shibata, A., Otsuka, T., Ishikawa, M., et al. (2015). Grip strength is associated with inflammatory markers in middle-aged and older Japanese adults: the JAGES. Journal of Epidemiology, 25(10), 723–730.
International Diabetes Federation. (2021). IDF Diabetes Atlas, 10th edition. [Website]. Retrieved from https://diabetesatlas.org/
Kalyani, R. R., Corriere, M., & Ferrucci, L. (2014). Age-related and disease-related muscle loss: the effect of diabetes, obesity, and other diseases. The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology,1 2(10), 819–829.
Maini, A., Patel, D., Saini, J., et al. (2018). Grip Strength and Incident Type 2 Diabetes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Prospective Cohort Studies. The Journals of Gerontology: Series A, 73(11), 1485–1491.
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. (n.d.). What is Diabetes?. [Website]. Retrieved from https://www.niddk.nih.gov/
Shibata, A., Otsuka, T., Ishikawa, M., et al. (2015). Grip strength is associated with inflammatory markers in middle-aged and older Japanese adults: the JAGES. Journal of Epidemiology, 25(10), 723–730.